Late Taisho Period C.1920 half-moon bamboo flower basket for ikebana. Bamboo is 'susudake' which is bamboo that has a rich patina from years of hearth smoke in an old farmhouse. When the bamboo from the roof was changed, basket makers prized the susudake for their baskets. This basket has a fabulous 'midare' irregular plaiting with bamboo inserts. H: 38cm x W: 39cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Museum quality Edo Period C.1860 zen temple mizubachi. Lost wax cast with a great dragon spout in grand detail and spectacular shishi mythical lion ornament on the top of the lid. The diaper motif on the base is in raised relief and equally spectacular. The spigot on the dragon head is permanent so we are assuming that there was a constant water flow. Very slight indentation on one of the hanging jewels but so slight you can only see at the right angle. H:51cm x W: 43cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Great Taisho Period C.1920 'Koi' bronze carp swimming up the waterfall without the waterfall. Great patina. Actually holds water and is an ikebana flower vase for the tea ceremony. The carp represents courage and determination as it swims up the waterfall as depicted in many paintings and art works. Once over the top , it turns into a dragon and resides in the celestial realm protecting the buddha's teachings. Fine work on the scales and fins and fabulous expression. H:30cm W:16cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Also known as Uzumi or Okame, Otafuku is the name for the female half of a traditional Japanese Kyogen theatre pair She is considered to be the goddess of mirth and is frequently seen in Japanese art. Part of the Kyogen category of masks, this is a character used for the comic interlude in classic Noh plays. This mask carved in the late Meiji Period C.1910 is carved out of cypress and has some wear on the nose and stains but we think it just adds character. Her expression is sublime. H:46cm x W:40cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very Japanese bronze round garden lantern which can be hung or rests on tripod legs. Inside is an electric light bulb. Previously had been lined with rice paper. (we can line again with rice paper on request)Has nicely designed lattice of vines on the main body and buttresses on the top. Early Showa Period C.1930. Made of Bronze. Lovely patina. H:29cm x diameter: 24cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Beautiful bronze Noh Theater figure 'Okina' by the acclaimed craftsman "Shusei". His signature is on the back. The detailed bronze work is superb and the detachable face mask catches the character of 'Okina' sublimely. Made in the late Taisho Period C.1920. With a light source in front, the shadows will dance. H:32cm x W:27cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Spectacular 'Wagumi' Japanese style 'hanakago' bamboo and wisteria flower basket. The fabulous interwoven juxtaposition of bamboo strips and wisteria creates a stunning masterpiece. The rim is layer on layer of bamboo and the whole is an artistic tour de force. Just lovely. H:49 x W:27

Rare Tokoname sake flask with a textured glaze, the first of this kind we have seen. Tokoname is one of the ancient major kiln areas of japanese pottery located on the Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture. Their pottery tradition dates back 900 years. Spectacular tokkuri. H: 15cm x W:8cm. Excellent condition.Ask for shipping quote

Absolutely fantastic late Meiji Period C.1900 Oribe hibachi that can be used for ikebana flower arrangements. In perfect condition. Rich Oribe green patina and classic feldspar stripes on a white hagi base. Signed on the bottom with the seal of 'Inayama'. Lovely feel and art deco appeal.
H:34cm x diameter 22cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very unique hand-hammered copper flower vase from the famed Gyokusendo foundry. The Gyokusendo seal is on the bottom of the base. Lovely raised undulating rocks with turtles trekking about. The texture on the vase is precise and finely detailed. H: 24cm x Diameter: 20cm. Excellent condition. No original box. Ask for shipping quote.

Shokosai I was the founder of a basket maker dynasty with Shokosai IV the last of a long line of spectacular craftsman. Shokosai I was born 1815 in western Japan. Died in 1897. This basket was made when he was 79 right before he passed away. The age when he made it is written on the original paulownia wood box lid. The name Shokosai I was also written on the box lid by his son Shokosai II along with the seals. The bottom of the basket is also signed. Shokosai I won many prizes at prestigious Exhibitions and was favored by Emperors and royalty. The basket features a simple but elegant weave and the inner container is also woven which is a first for our eyes. When we saw this basket, the vibration was something out of Sen no Rikyu. Ask for shipping quote. H: 50cm x W: 19cm

Simply spectacular Taisho Period C.1920 bronze garden lantern. Exquisite art deco twisting vines on two sides and woven bamboo on the other two sides all with with wave diaper on the main body and top. Sits on four legs and the top has a small hole to allow a chord and electrical light source. H:28cm x diameter:27cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very stylish Meiji Period C.1890 smoking pipe "kiseru" case woven out of bamboo over a pewter case. Art deco feel. Attached to a leather pouch which held tobacco. Most likely for a samurai or merchant as these were the classes who could afford tobacco. Pipe case length: 16cm; w:4cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Lovely black and red lacquered late Meiji Period C.1900 wood lamp with quarter moon and lattice windows. The black lacquered outer square comes off to reveal a rice paper lined frame and oil wick dish holder. Can be easily modified for electric bulb. Excellent shape with some ragged edges on the inner rice paper. Can be repapered with old Meiji rice paper with kanji on request. Ask for shipping quote.

Spectacular Toyokuni Tryptich c.1850 of 3 samurai guards of an imperial palanquin. Colors and facial expressions of these Kabuki actors superb. Excellent condition and framed. No urauchi. Publishers and all info. available. In our US warehouse. Ask for shipping quote.